{"monthlySchoolDonationEnabled":false,"callToActionDisplayName":"Clayton Academy","outOfStateSupporters":24.8,"allowSchoolLevelGiving":true,"hasFundedProjects":true,"projectGratitudeData":[{"teacherId":2156647,"projectId":9624984,"letterContent":"We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who generously donated art supplies to our science classroom. Your kindness and support have made a tremendous difference in the way our students experience and engage with science every single day.\r\n\r\nIn today's world, science and art are more connected than ever. Whether our students are illustrating the structure of a cell, designing posters about environmental sustainability, or constructing 3D models of the solar system, creativity plays an essential role in understanding complex scientific concepts. Thanks to your thoughtful donations, our classroom is now better equipped to bring these ideas to life in colorful, meaningful ways.\r\n\r\nBefore your contributions, many of our students had limited access to the art materials they needed to express their ideas visually. Simple supplies like markers, paints, sketch paper, glue sticks, and modeling clay might seem small, but in the hands of curious young scientists, they become powerful tools for exploration and understanding. Now, students can design models, create scientific diagrams, and illustrate their learning in ways that deepen comprehension and spark creativity.","fullyFundedDate":1755901534718,"projectUrl":"project/a-bright-school-year/9624984/","projectTitle":"A Bright School Year!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2156647_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y451&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633954708051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2156647"},{"teacherId":8965589,"projectId":9289827,"letterContent":"Thank you so much for your generous support of our classroom project! Because of your kindness, my students now have more opportunities to explore their creativity and express themselves through art. Your donation helps us go beyond the basics—giving students access to materials and activities that inspire curiosity, confidence, and imagination.\r\n\r\nWatching students light up as they experiment with new art tools and ideas has been the best gift of all. Many of them are discovering new talents and finding joy in creating something uniquely their own. Your support doesn't just fund supplies—it encourages a love for learning and gives every student a chance to shine.\r\n\r\nWe're so grateful for your belief in the power of art and the difference it makes in young lives. Thank you for helping us create a space where creativity can grow!","fullyFundedDate":1754931719466,"projectUrl":"project/empowering-creativity-choice-based-art/9289827/","projectTitle":"Empowering Creativity: Choice-Based Art Projects for Student Voice and Expression","teacherDisplayName":"Mrs. Newcomer","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-5_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8965589"},{"teacherId":8852620,"projectId":9397986,"letterContent":"These items have helped my students / class in two pays. One it gives students a chance to get something that like Carmex, Vaseline, etc. which they are always using. It's nice they don't have to share these items as often too which cold and flu season coming. \r\n\r\nThe second way this has helped my classroom is it adds an item the students can earn with the reward \"S\" Dollars they receive in class. It GREAT to have a nonfood item and something they actually use. \r\n\r\nThe items donated have been popular items in class and they students are very thankful for them.\r\n\r\nI appreciate the donation!","fullyFundedDate":1755521833338,"projectUrl":"project/the-things-you-need-but-forget-at-home/9397986/","projectTitle":"The Things You Need but Forget at Home.","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Swearingen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8852620"},{"teacherId":8852620,"projectId":9395908,"letterContent":"Students use the maps all the time. Students learning about places in other classes even come to use them. Sometimes I even catch students just looking at maps on their free time just to explore. The plushy ball globe is a hit too. I give it to students and tell them to find a location. It becomes like a game and we have even used a stop watch to time the students. \r\n\r\nIn my opinion its so helpful for students to be able to know where something is located that they are learning about. It helps them to get more involved in the lesson.","fullyFundedDate":1756077678884,"projectUrl":"project/where-is-that/9395908/","projectTitle":"Where Is That?","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Swearingen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8852620"},{"teacherId":8852620,"projectId":9207042,"letterContent":"This has really helped make the end of the year go faster and smoother. Students have enjoyed learning about our local eagles. The nest was empty, so we watched a different nest in the city. It took a long time but the old eagles were found in their new nest. There are plans to install new cams at the location next year. Students were able to follow all this news in local papers etc. I have also been doing cams from around the world and squirrel cams. \r\n\r\nI'm very thankful because this has opened a lot of doors to learning and calming any anxiety student may have in class. Some students are even following the cams on their own at home. :)","fullyFundedDate":1742925927004,"projectUrl":"project/american-eagle-cam/9207042/","projectTitle":"American Eagle Cam!","teacherDisplayName":"Mr. Swearingen","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://cdn.donorschoose.net/images/placeholder-avatars/272/teacher-placeholder-1_272.png?auto=webp","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/8852620"},{"teacherId":2156647,"projectId":8698478,"letterContent":"On behalf of the students and staff at Clayton Academy, I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude for your generous donation toward the new school uniforms. Your support has made an incredible difference in the lives of our students, and we cannot thank you enough for your kindness.\r\n\r\nThe new sweatshirts have brought so much comfort and confidence to our students. On chilly mornings, they feel a sense of pride and warmth as they head to school, knowing that they are prepared for the day ahead. Your contribution has not only provided them with physical comfort but also boosted their morale, helping them feel valued and ready to engage in their studies. \r\n\r\nThe positive impact of your donation goes far beyond the uniforms themselves. It has fostered a sense of unity and school spirit among our students, and we are truly grateful for that. Your generosity has allowed our students to focus on what matters most: learning, growing, and thriving. We are fortunate to have supporters like you who help make our school a better place for all.","fullyFundedDate":1735059425072,"projectUrl":"project/learning-in-style-and-comfort/8698478/","projectTitle":"Learning In Style And Comfort!","teacherDisplayName":"Ms. Christy","teacherPhotoUrl":"https://storage.donorschoose.net/dc_prod/images/teacher/profile/orig/tp2156647_orig.jpg?crop=1187,1188,x0,y451&width=272&height=272&fit=bounds&auto=webp&t=1633954708051","teacherClassroomUrl":"classroom/2156647"},{"teacherId":2156647,"projectId":8952954,"letterContent":"The Kindness Committee at Clayton Academy is now active and thriving. The student government meets weekly to choose a mystery kindness monitor. Each week, this monitor selects three random acts of kindness they have observed among students. Those recognized for their kindness are acknowledged in front of their peers and staff during the afternoon assembly, where they receive a treat and a sticker to wear to celebrate their kind act. \r\nSince the implementation of the Kindness Committee, we have seen a notable increase in random acts of kindness. I am optimistic that this trend will continue to grow, positively impacting the peer culture within the school. \r\nIn addition to fostering kindness among students, the student government has also been working on spreading kindness in the community. 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